Hua Hin waterfront demolition continues to reclaim public beach space
Demolition work continued along Hua Hin’s waterfront on Monday, 2 November, as Mayor Nopporn Wutthikul shared photographs of its progress and said the operation aimed to return beachfront land to public use.
Mayor Nopporn said he and his team had visited the site again to monitor the work and ensure it was proceeding in accordance with regulations. The municipality had previously said officials would visit daily to check progress.
“Hua Hin beach is an important natural resource and lies at the heart of our city,” he wrote on Facebook.
He said the clearance would provide space for residents, future generations and visitors to relax, adding that the municipality remained committed to restoring and maintaining the beach.
Hua Hin waterfront demolition targets 15 structures
The operation began on Friday, 30 October, and targets 15 structures along Naresdamri Road between the Fishing Pier and the Chao Mae Thap Thim Shrine. The municipality says it is acting under a Supreme Administrative Court order requiring the removal of buildings encroaching on public land.
Officials have also been clearing rubble from previously demolished sites and levelling the ground. Work has included removing concrete laid over public land at the beach access beside Chao Lay Seafood restaurant.
The first property scheduled for demolition was house No. 23, whose owner provided written consent for the municipality to proceed under the court ruling. The owner also asked officials to give due consideration to the demolition costs.
The municipality previously said it expected the work to be completed within one week, by 6 November. Monday’s update did not specify how many buildings had been removed or confirm whether that timetable remained on track.
Before the operation began, officials posted notices informing owners of the dates and times of work and requesting access. Mayor Nopporn said officials could cut locks or take other necessary measures if entrances were obstructed.
Addressing civil lawsuits filed by some building owners, Nopporn previously said he was not aware of the details of any judgments or appeals. He maintained that the municipality was following legal procedures under the authority of the Supreme Administrative Court order.
